1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 563 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
